Psychologists and Therapists for Children in Goodna, QLD
We have two dedicated play therapy rooms designed specifically for children, as well as a comfortable therapy room tailored for for adults.
We offer a holistic approach to therapy in a warm, professional environment. Our play therapy sessions provide a safe space for children to express and process their emotions through play. For couples, our counselling sessions foster open dialogue and help strengthen relationships. Our adult therapy services support individuals in managing stress, anxiety, and past traumas. We wholeheartedly and purposefully advocate for all children, adolescents and adults to ensure their needs and goals are met, as well as providing relational connection to ensure everyone feels valued and understood.
We have two dedicated play therapy rooms designed specifically for children, as well as a comfortable therapy room tailored for for adults.
We offer a holistic approach to therapy in a warm, professional environment. Our play therapy sessions provide a safe space for children to express and process their emotions through play. For couples, our counselling sessions foster open dialogue and help strengthen relationships. Our adult therapy services support individuals in managing stress, anxiety, and past traumas. We wholeheartedly and purposefully advocate for all children, adolescents and adults to ensure their needs and goals are met, as well as providing relational connection to ensure everyone feels valued and understood.
Difficulties may be related to loss, relationship breakdown, parenting, children, life transitions, daily family struggles, health issues, or stress management.
Sessions offer non-judgmental, empathic listening that validates the client and their challenges, finds strengths, provides psychoeducation, empowers, and explores possibilities and goals. Using flexible, evidence-based, client-centred approaches, I collaborate with clients to develop personalised strategies for change.
Difficulties may be related to loss, relationship breakdown, parenting, children, life transitions, daily family struggles, health issues, or stress management.
Sessions offer non-judgmental, empathic listening that validates the client and their challenges, finds strengths, provides psychoeducation, empowers, and explores possibilities and goals. Using flexible, evidence-based, client-centred approaches, I collaborate with clients to develop personalised strategies for change.
Bluest Skies has 2 branches:
Counselling and Animal Assisted Therapy is private practice counselling service for children, families and individuals impacted by Trauma with the support of my Golden Retriever, Pirate.
I like to work creatively with clients, especially children and adolescents I work in a flexible and client centred way and adapt my therapeutic interventions to suit the age, need and goals of the client. I work with my therapy dog in the room, utilising a Neuroscience, Attachment and Trauma informed framework.
Bluest Skies has 2 branches:
Counselling and Animal Assisted Therapy is private practice counselling service for children, families and individuals impacted by Trauma with the support of my Golden Retriever, Pirate.
I like to work creatively with clients, especially children and adolescents I work in a flexible and client centred way and adapt my therapeutic interventions to suit the age, need and goals of the client. I work with my therapy dog in the room, utilising a Neuroscience, Attachment and Trauma informed framework.
At Third Harmony Therapy Services, we support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and neurodevelopmental differences.
Our multidisciplinary team includes psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors, psychotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech pathologists. We offer individual, couples, family, and child therapy, along with assessments and allied health services, using evidence-based and integrative approaches tailored to each person’s needs.
At Third Harmony Therapy Services, we support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and neurodevelopmental differences.
Our multidisciplinary team includes psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors, psychotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech pathologists. We offer individual, couples, family, and child therapy, along with assessments and allied health services, using evidence-based and integrative approaches tailored to each person’s needs.
Do you want help to repair your relationships with others - family, friends, workplace, children.
I have twenty five years professional experience and have helped many men, women, children and families to cope and change. I can help you through separations, court proceedings, trauma, crises. Choose whether you prefer talk therapy and focus on changing behaviour or whether to unravel the past or perhaps try sandtray/art therapy/emotional release work.
Do you want help to repair your relationships with others - family, friends, workplace, children.
I have twenty five years professional experience and have helped many men, women, children and families to cope and change. I can help you through separations, court proceedings, trauma, crises. Choose whether you prefer talk therapy and focus on changing behaviour or whether to unravel the past or perhaps try sandtray/art therapy/emotional release work.
Perhaps you're facing difficulties in navigating your child's challenging behaviours and are seeking guidance and tools to help them develop healthier coping mechanisms, social skills or tackle their anxiety or low mood?
I offer evidence-based CBT strategies to support well-being and resilience, addressing mental health challenges. Dedicated to cultivating collaborative connections, I work with clients of all ages. I am also experienced in Autism and Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) intervention and assessment.
Perhaps you're facing difficulties in navigating your child's challenging behaviours and are seeking guidance and tools to help them develop healthier coping mechanisms, social skills or tackle their anxiety or low mood?
I offer evidence-based CBT strategies to support well-being and resilience, addressing mental health challenges. Dedicated to cultivating collaborative connections, I work with clients of all ages. I am also experienced in Autism and Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) intervention and assessment.
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I offer individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults in-person at my Brisbane CBD office and by telehealth (for older adolescents and adults).
I practise psychodynamic psychotherapy. While outcomes from psychotherapy are different for each person, beyond relief from psychological distress, you may find yourself more accepting or capable of navigating the painful experiences that are typical of life, discover greater personal freedom, or no longer feel afraid to take up space in your relationships.
I offer individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults in-person at my Brisbane CBD office and by telehealth (for older adolescents and adults).
I practise psychodynamic psychotherapy. While outcomes from psychotherapy are different for each person, beyond relief from psychological distress, you may find yourself more accepting or capable of navigating the painful experiences that are typical of life, discover greater personal freedom, or no longer feel afraid to take up space in your relationships.
From Residential Care for Child Safety to Refugee camps in Tanzania.
As the lead psychologist at The Salvation Army Alcohol and Other Drugs Rehabilitation Facility, and the Principle Psychologist at Our Space Psychology, I specialise in delivering comprehensive cognitive, functional, and behavioural assessments for educational institutions and supporting NDIS funding application processes. In my leadership role at the rehabilitation facility, I oversee the delivery of evidence-based interventions for those confronting substance use. In my role at Our Space Psychology, I also provide individualised therapeutic interventions, incorporating the support of two certified therapy dogs, Ably and Honey.
From Residential Care for Child Safety to Refugee camps in Tanzania.
As the lead psychologist at The Salvation Army Alcohol and Other Drugs Rehabilitation Facility, and the Principle Psychologist at Our Space Psychology, I specialise in delivering comprehensive cognitive, functional, and behavioural assessments for educational institutions and supporting NDIS funding application processes. In my leadership role at the rehabilitation facility, I oversee the delivery of evidence-based interventions for those confronting substance use. In my role at Our Space Psychology, I also provide individualised therapeutic interventions, incorporating the support of two certified therapy dogs, Ably and Honey.
We work with adults, kids, teens, families and couples.
We offer strategies and therapies for anxiety, depression, addiction, ASD and ADHD in teens and adults and relationships counselling.
We work with adults, kids, teens, families and couples.
We offer strategies and therapies for anxiety, depression, addiction, ASD and ADHD in teens and adults and relationships counselling.
Modpsych Psychology Practice
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Yeerongpilly, QLD 4105
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people across the lifespan using a developmental and educational framework. This means I look at the person from a skills perspective and how I can help them function in the various systems (family, school, work, sport etc) they need to function in. I have a strong alliance with the LGBTQI community as well as working with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD and Autism Spectrum.
I work with people across the lifespan using a developmental and educational framework. This means I look at the person from a skills perspective and how I can help them function in the various systems (family, school, work, sport etc) they need to function in. I have a strong alliance with the LGBTQI community as well as working with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD and Autism Spectrum.
Combining our knowledge of how the brain works with a variety of evidence-based therapuetic models, we equip our clients with the best tools to approach their challenges with understanding and confidence.
Combining our knowledge of how the brain works with a variety of evidence-based therapuetic models, we equip our clients with the best tools to approach their challenges with understanding and confidence.
I offer psychotherapy to people who wish to explore their inner world, emotional life, and experiences in a thoughtful and meaningful way. I work with people experiencing a range of emotional, psychological, relational, or psychiatric difficulties, and those who are seeking deeper self-understanding.
You may have tried shorter term or structured therapies in the past and found them unsuitable for you, or you are looking for something deeper, where you can be heard and understood as you experience the challenges of life.
I offer psychotherapy to people who wish to explore their inner world, emotional life, and experiences in a thoughtful and meaningful way. I work with people experiencing a range of emotional, psychological, relational, or psychiatric difficulties, and those who are seeking deeper self-understanding.
You may have tried shorter term or structured therapies in the past and found them unsuitable for you, or you are looking for something deeper, where you can be heard and understood as you experience the challenges of life.
Brisbane Centre for Psychology is a team of experienced Clinical and Registered Psychologists providing evidence-based psychological support for children, adolescents and adults across Brisbane.
We offer support for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship difficulties, stress, neurodivergence and life transitions. Our team also provides comprehensive psychological assessments, including ADHD, Autism and learning assessments.
Brisbane Centre for Psychology is a team of experienced Clinical and Registered Psychologists providing evidence-based psychological support for children, adolescents and adults across Brisbane.
We offer support for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship difficulties, stress, neurodivergence and life transitions. Our team also provides comprehensive psychological assessments, including ADHD, Autism and learning assessments.
I help high-functioning adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally reactive regain calm, clarity, and self-trust.
Im a Richmond based psychologist and director at Life Goals psychology.
I provide:
Burnout prevention. Relationship counselling. Adolescent mental health support inc. parenting support. Life adjustments. Mood disorders. Psychological first aid training. psychological treatment for chronic pain, injury and illness. Boundaries and assertiveness training. Diagnostic reports. ADHD assessment.
I help high-functioning adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally reactive regain calm, clarity, and self-trust.
Im a Richmond based psychologist and director at Life Goals psychology.
I provide:
Burnout prevention. Relationship counselling. Adolescent mental health support inc. parenting support. Life adjustments. Mood disorders. Psychological first aid training. psychological treatment for chronic pain, injury and illness. Boundaries and assertiveness training. Diagnostic reports. ADHD assessment.
I work with both children (over 6) and their families, as well as adults to help reduce the negative impacts their condition can have on their sense of self, emotional regulation, social engagement, and overall functioning.
I am a Psychologist with over 10 years experience in private practice. I work with children, teens, and their parents and support networks to develop strategies to better manage difficult thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. I provide simple and practical strategies to better manage behaviours in the home with less effort.
I work with both children (over 6) and their families, as well as adults to help reduce the negative impacts their condition can have on their sense of self, emotional regulation, social engagement, and overall functioning.
I am a Psychologist with over 10 years experience in private practice. I work with children, teens, and their parents and support networks to develop strategies to better manage difficult thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. I provide simple and practical strategies to better manage behaviours in the home with less effort.
Individual counselling for adults, young people and children (caregivers are required to attend sessions with children).
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, 12 years experience with helping individuals and families connect to themselves and each other (attachment based therapy). Client directed and solution focused therapy we work on your needs and what you would like help with.
Individual counselling for adults, young people and children (caregivers are required to attend sessions with children).
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, 12 years experience with helping individuals and families connect to themselves and each other (attachment based therapy). Client directed and solution focused therapy we work on your needs and what you would like help with.
Are you looking for a therapist who sees you? Who notices the small things, and listens with their whole being?
I offer a whole-hearted way of witnessing you in your humanity, and meeting you where you are. I offer therapy for people navigating a wide range of life experiences. This may include: exploring identity and self; tending to grief and loss; recovering from shame; supporting depression and anxiety; honouring death and dying; re-discovering meaning; nurturing life transitions; and, navigating relationship difficulties. I am open to whatever it is you bring, including the un-speakable, un-nameable things. All is welcome.
Are you looking for a therapist who sees you? Who notices the small things, and listens with their whole being?
I offer a whole-hearted way of witnessing you in your humanity, and meeting you where you are. I offer therapy for people navigating a wide range of life experiences. This may include: exploring identity and self; tending to grief and loss; recovering from shame; supporting depression and anxiety; honouring death and dying; re-discovering meaning; nurturing life transitions; and, navigating relationship difficulties. I am open to whatever it is you bring, including the un-speakable, un-nameable things. All is welcome.
If you are curious about creative arts therapy and have a desire to gain deeper insight into your inner self by a different way of knowing, you are in the right place. Although I also offer traditional forms of counselling, I understand that they may not always capture the full depth of your experiences. By engaging in art therapy, you can gain new awareness and perspectives that might not be readily accessible through talk therapy alone. It can be a path to greater self-awareness and personal growth, providing a unique avenue for self-expression and exploration, allowing you to tap into your inner wisdom.
If you are curious about creative arts therapy and have a desire to gain deeper insight into your inner self by a different way of knowing, you are in the right place. Although I also offer traditional forms of counselling, I understand that they may not always capture the full depth of your experiences. By engaging in art therapy, you can gain new awareness and perspectives that might not be readily accessible through talk therapy alone. It can be a path to greater self-awareness and personal growth, providing a unique avenue for self-expression and exploration, allowing you to tap into your inner wisdom.
At Sharp Minds Psychology, therapy is a relationship — not a checklist. We take time to understand you, your experiences, and what safety looks like for you. Our therapists offer warm, affirming, neuroaffirming care for people who may have felt misunderstood or unseen in traditional mental health spaces. We provide inclusive, culturally sensitive therapy via 100% telehealth across Australia, with flexible, confidential support that meets you where you are and grows with you over time.
At Sharp Minds Psychology, therapy is a relationship — not a checklist. We take time to understand you, your experiences, and what safety looks like for you. Our therapists offer warm, affirming, neuroaffirming care for people who may have felt misunderstood or unseen in traditional mental health spaces. We provide inclusive, culturally sensitive therapy via 100% telehealth across Australia, with flexible, confidential support that meets you where you are and grows with you over time.
My ideal client feels stuck in relationship conflict, grief, or cultural tension. Whether navigating marriage struggles, multicultural parenting, or reconciling faith with pain, they often feel isolated. They don't need a blinding "floodlight" exposing every flaw; they need a steady, gentle "lantern." They seek a safe, non-judgmental space to be truly heard. Their goal is restoration—rebuilding trust, finding a new family rhythm, and achieving emotional wholeness. They want a "light bearer" to walk alongside them, offering the support and clarity needed to confidently take the next step toward healing.
My ideal client feels stuck in relationship conflict, grief, or cultural tension. Whether navigating marriage struggles, multicultural parenting, or reconciling faith with pain, they often feel isolated. They don't need a blinding "floodlight" exposing every flaw; they need a steady, gentle "lantern." They seek a safe, non-judgmental space to be truly heard. Their goal is restoration—rebuilding trust, finding a new family rhythm, and achieving emotional wholeness. They want a "light bearer" to walk alongside them, offering the support and clarity needed to confidently take the next step toward healing.
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- Sunnybank Hills
FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviours change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.